As a key player in driving efficiency and growth, this role offers the opportunity to develop and implement a comprehensive logistics sourcing strategy that aligns with our organization's goals. You'll be responsible for optimizing supplier relationships, negotiating favorable contracts, and leading procurement activities while ensuring continuous improvement and risk mitigation within the logistics function.
Join Medela and help us turn science into care!
This is what you can move
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Develop and implement a comprehensive category sourcing strategy for logistics - intl. and domestic, inbound/outbound, air, parcel and warehousing services etc. aligning with the organization's overall goals and objectives
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Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers. Conduct supplier performance evaluations and implement improvement plans
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Lead the sourcing and procurement activities for logistics -identifying suppliers, conducting RFIs/RFPs, evaluating proposals, and selecting vendors. Negotiate key terms to ensure favorable agreements
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Identify and mitigate risks associated with logistics categories. Develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity. Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices to proactively address potential risks
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Lead and participate in cross-functional projects related to logistics
What you bring along
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At least 5 years of experience in product management & supply chain in healthcare/MedTech is a must, with a strong understanding of hospital needs and patient care
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Proven experience leading global product launches and cross-functional teams, particularly in healthcare settings, with knowledge of connected devices and HIS/EMR/EHR
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Degree in business or related field, Master’s degree preferred
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Strong business acumen and analytical skills, with proficiency in data analysis, performance metrics and customer feedback integration
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Fluent in English, with German language skills preferred
What we offer you
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Medela Family: A culture characterized by inclusivity and respect that values and supports every member of our team. Together, we pursue one goal: improving the lives of mothers, babies and patients by translating science into care
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Flexibility: If your role allows for it, you can work in a hybrid model with up to 3 days per week working from home.
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Growth Opportunities: a range of learning initiatives, both on and off the job
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Competitive package: Benefits align with international benchmarks, including extended maternity/paternity leave, insurance, and additional vacation or bridge days
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Balance: A variety of activities designed to promote health and well-being
We focus on the personality and professional skills of our candidates. We reject any form of discrimination and look forward to receiving your application.
The hiring process of this position is supported by the responsible Talent Acquisition Manager Luciano Pastore.
For this recruitment we will not consider any applications sent through by agencies.
What We Do
Through advancing research, observing natural behavior, and listening to our customers, Medela turns science into care while nurturing health for generations. Medela supports millions of moms, babies, patients, and healthcare professionals in more than 100 countries all over the world. As the healthcare choice for more than 6 million hospitals and homes across the globe, Medela provides the leading research-based breast milk feeding and baby products, healthcare solutions for hospitals, and clinical education.
A family-owned company, Medela has 20 subsidiaries in Europe, the Americas, Asia and Australia, three production and warehouse facilities in Switzerland, the U.S and China and a worldwide distribution network in over 100 countries. With more than 1,500 employees, Medela is dedicated to developing breakthrough innovations that build better health outcomes and improve the lives of moms, babies and patients.
Founded in 1961 by Olle Larsson, his son Michael Larsson serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors since 2001. Annette Brüls is the CEO of the company since 2018.
Medela is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, protected veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance
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